Material Handler II

Job Purpose

The Material Handler's primary responsibilities include performing receiving, stocking, kitting, shipping, cycle counting and line stocking duties.

Company Description

Railroads transport goods and people millions of miles every day. At Progress Rail, we believe in going the distance with them.

We are looking for talented and innovative team players to address the challenges of the rail industry today, ensuring success for the future.

Build a long-term career with opportunities for growth and advancement as part of a vibrant network of close to 200 global locations.

Our innovative team members work together to forge the bridge between ideas and success!

As a Caterpillar company, Progress Rail is an integrated rolling stock and infrastructure provider, delivering a full range of products and services to domestic and international railroad customers.

Our customers enjoy one-stop shopping and comprehensive railway solutions whether it rolls on the rail or is the rail itself.

From locomotives, transit, freight cars and engines, to tracks, signals and advanced technology, we ensure customers can count on us to meet their needs.

Learn how we keep our customers rolling by following us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn, and by visiting progressrail.com .

Key Job Elements

• Operates industrial forklift to perform material handling assignments;
• Receives, identifies and unloads materials / parts and stores in inventory;
• Identifies, draws from inventory and transports material, parts and equipment associated with locomotives;
• Familiarizes self with material packaging areas to assure prompt delivery and adequate supply of required items;
• Inspects and completes reports related to safe operation and maintenance of material handling equipment prior to operation;
• Operate all equipment in safe manner;
• Assists in other areas and duties as assigned by supervision.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum 6 months distribution / material handling or equivalent;
• Previous forklift operation experience desired;
• Basic knowledge of PC for data entry;
• Must be able to work any shift;
• Must be able to work overtime when deemed required;
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time;
• Must be able to team lift up to 55 lbs.; must be able to push and pull up to 125 lbs.; frequent bending and reaching is required.

Essential and Physical Activities Functions

• Strength Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs, push and pull up to 75lb;
• Motion Constant walking Frequent and sustained bending, crouching, stopping, kneeing, squatting and
• overhead reaching and climbing ladders;
• Vision / Hearing Requirements Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions and hear audible alarms;
• Work Environment Works on varied surfaces, concrete floors, and gravel, rail car and locomotive floors. Works at varied heights from floor level to tops of locomotives.
• Work in confined spaces. Non-temperature control environment, all weather conditions with high noise and high dust levels;
• Emotional Demands Due to the working environment, noise, dust, personal protective equipment, employee must be comfortable working alone;
• Safety Safety Sensitive positions because it works in and around active tracks, rail cars, locomotives, and other moving equipment.

Employee must abide by all safety protocols, health / medical screenings and utilize all required PPE. Included but not limited to metatarsal boots, safety glasses, gloves, respirators, aprons, ear protection, etc.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life / Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time / part-time and regular / temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
30+ days ago